IFAD is the world’s fund for transforming agriculture, rural economies and food systems.
Simply put, IFAD invests in rural people. We do this by financing programmes, measuring results, innovating and working with rural people themselves.
Spanning five regions and 92 countries, IFAD works where poverty and hunger are deepest.
From building resilience to empowering rural people and protecting the environment, explore our main areas of work.
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Event
12 - 13 February 2025
48th session of the IFAD Governing Council
The overarching theme of the Governing Council is “Catalysing Investment at the First Mile”.
10 - 11 February 2025
Seventh Global Meeting of the Indigenous Peoples' Forum at IFAD
Indigenous Peoples’ right to self-determination: a pathway for food security and sovereignty.
Rural Voices
For Mexico’s Indigenous Peoples, self-driven development protects people and planet
In the Michoacán region, an IFAD-supported Indigenous community is restoring their homeland and strengthening their community.
Opinions & Insights
Sabrina Elba on rural resilience and championing IFAD
Our Goodwill Ambassador spoke to Talking Foreign Affairs and UNAA YPN about her role and IFAD's work.
News
28 March 2023
After the earthquake in Türkiye, rural people need more support than ever
Extreme weather events, such as droughts, storms and floods, are putting pressure on the ecosystems that farmers depend on...
Publication
Indigenous Peoples and climate financing: Experiences from IPAF
This report outlines success stories and lessons learned in climate finance for Indigenous Peoples through the Indigenous Peoples Assistance Facility (IPAF).
Press release
5 February 2025
IFAD and Lao PDR renew commitment to improving rural farmers’ lives
Officials of IFAD in Lao PDR met with government stakeholders and development partners on Tuesday to jointly review IFAD’s current strategy for the country and lay down the basis for future programs.
Podcast
Global youth in action
Join us as we hear from six inspiring young changemakers fighting for our planet’s rural people.
The lives of small-scale farmers are being upended by climate change. They need support to adapt to climate change and to protect the planet’s precious resources
Gender inequality is one of the biggest impediments to sustainable development. Without tackling its root causes, we cannot end global hunger and poverty
The funds sent home by migrant workers are a lifeline for rural families, helping to build resilience and support sustainable development
With their traditional knowledge and deep connection to their environments, we work with Indigenous Peoples to build a more inclusive, sustainable future.
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